18 Oct 2024
TM STATEMENT ON BUDGET 2025
TM welcomes the Government’s Budget 2025 announcement, themed “Ekonomi MADANI: Negara Makmur, Rakyat Sejahtera”, and applauds its continued focus on economic reform and uplifting the well-being of the rakyat. In line with these goals, TM is committed to playing a key role in the nation’s digitalisation journey, ensuring that technological advancements contribute to sustainable and inclusive growth that benefits businesses, MSMEs, communities, and the public sector.
In line with Budget 2025’s priorities, TM continues to support digital inclusivity by collaborating with the relevant Ministries and Government agencies to enhance high-speed internet access for underserved areas and improve the quality of digital services in various industries such as education and healthcare.
TM also remains dedicated to nurturing the nation’s digital talent by integrating crucial skills such as AI, IoT, cybersecurity, and cloud computing into education and training programmes through our Multimedia University (MMU) and collaborations with TVET institutions.
As a trusted partner of over 400,000 MSMEs, TM supports the Government’s ongoing initiatives to strengthen this key segment through various financial initiatives. We will continue providing customised digital solutions and empower MSMEs to thrive in the digital economy.
As we progress towards becoming a Digital Powerhouse by 2030, TM is well-positioned to drive Malaysia’s digital transformation. Our key investments in digital infrastructures, talent development, and sustainability will fuel the nation’s long-term growth, reinforcing Malaysia’s position as a digital hub for the ASEAN region.
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UNIFI MOBILE OFFERS 30K FREE SIM CARDS FOR MALAYSIAN PILGRIMS FULFILLING THEIR HAJJ
KUALA LUMPUR, 9 MAY 2024 – Unifi Mobile is offering free prepaid SIM cards to 30,000 pilgrims as well as Tabung Haji staff and volunteers for the 2024 Hajj season. This initiative is part of the Sahabat Korporat TH 2024 programme, through which TM supports Tabung Haji via connectivity and digital value-added services for pilgrims fulfilling their spiritual obligations. Through this programme, those performing the Hajj in 2024 are eligible to receive the Unifi Mobile SIM card as part of its Middle East Pass offering. These cards will be made available during the various Hajj courses organised by Tabung Haji and at Unifi Stores nationwide, prior to the Hajj season. Jasmine Lee, Unifi’s Chief Commercial Officer, Consumer, said, “TM has supported Tabung Haji for more than 29 years since 1995, providing services and other benefits as part of the Sahabat Korporat TH programme. As the nation’s leading convergence champion, this initiative aligns with our overall commitment to enriching lives and communities through technology, ensuring seamless and affordable connectivity for our Hajj pilgrims while they are abroad.” “Providing one of the most affordable prepaid plans in the market, we are offering unlimited data passes that can be utilized by pilgrims throughout the duration of their visit to Saudi Arabia,” she added. Unifi Mobile’s customised Middle East Pass offering will include various unlimited data plans for customers to choose from to suit their connectivity needs while performing Hajj, ranging from 1-day passes priced at RM15 to 45-day passes* priced at RM125. Customers observing the Hajj can visit https://unifi.com.my/mobile/roaming for more information.
TM and NCT Group Expand Partnership to Deliver Smart, Sustainable Industrial Parks Across Malaysia
Selangor, September 17, 2025 – Telekom Malaysia (TM), via its enterprise and government solutions arm TM One, and NCT Group of Companies (NCT Group), through its wholly owned subsidiary NCT AI Sdn Bhd, have signed a Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) to extend smart industrial park solutions nationwide. Building on their 2022 agreement for the NCT Smart Industrial Park (NSIP) in Selangor, this expanded partnership will see TM deliver not only advanced connectivity, but also smart solutions, cloud, and ICT services to modernise NCT’s operations and enhance customer experiences across its wider developments, including NCT Innosphere within the Delapan Special Border Economic Zone in Kedah and the Group’s corporate headquarters. Together, NCT and TM will also co-develop go-to-market strategies to position NCT’s Smart Industrial Parks as future-ready investment hubs, attracting global and local industries, and replicating the model across Malaysia to drive economic growth, sustainability and digital adoption. The MoC was formalised at the Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur 2025 between Simon Chan, NCT Group’s General Manager of Sales & Marketing and Megawati Norhashim, TM One’s Vice President for Enterprise Business, and witnessed by Dato’ Sri Yap Ngan Choy, NCT Group’s Founder & Group Managing Director, TM’s Members of the Board Datuk Bazlan Osman and Dr. Tunku Alina Raja Muhd Alias, together with Amar Huzaimi Md Deris, TM’s Group CEO. Amar Huzaimi Md Deris shared, “This partnership reflects TM’s role not just as a connectivity provider, but as the enabler of smart industrial ecosystems. This partnership reflects TM’s role not just as a connectivity provider, but as the enabler of smart industrial ecosystems. With our Vision AI, Intelligent Operations Centre, intelligent building management systems and other smart solutions, we are powering NCT’s Smart Industrial Parks into fully integrated, future-ready hubs for businesses and communities. This is how we deliver on our aspiration to be a Digital Powerhouse by 2030, creating platforms that drive Malaysia’s digitalisation, sustainability and industrial growth." Dato’ Sri Yap Ngan Choy said, “Our first undertaking with TM established a clear direction to redefine Malaysia’s industrial park landscape, with the goal to create a national model for smart, sustainable and digitally driven industrial growth. As a result, NSIP today is well on its way to becoming a competitive regional hub for high-value industries, innovation-led enterprises and global investors aligned with the Malaysia Smart City Framework. With this new collaboration, we expect to advance the progress made to-date and strategically extend the success of that model. This reflects our commitment to supporting Malaysia’s digital transformation, while moving towards a low-carbon economy.” About NSIP NSIP is currently equipped with high-speed fibre connectivity, public 5G coverage, IoT-enabled networks, and an AI-powered security ecosystem equipped with panoramic cameras, licence plate recognition, thermal imaging, and real-time traffic monitoring. Complemented by integrated smart street lighting, traffic management, environmental sensors and a centralised Intelligent Operation Centre (IOC), along with solar-ready factories and green technologies, NSIP currently stands as one of Malaysia’s most advanced and sustainable industrial hubs. Situated within the Integrated Development Region in South Selangor (IDRISS), NSIP is redefining industrial excellence. Focusing on smart technologies and green solutions, NCT Group and TM are committed to a partnership that will set new standards for the nation’s economic resilience.
Nurturing future digital leaders through YTM Future Skills Champion Schools
Enhances its adopted schools programme to be more holistic by embedding digital technology and leadership skills TM, through Yayasan TM (YTM), recognises the need to equip the next generation with the digital and technology skills required for Industrial Revolution 4.0 (IR4.0). In view of this, in 2014, YTM began its Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) oriented programmes, such as robotics, 3D modelling, coding, and big data analytics, to promote those subjects amongst students and education communities at schools nationwide. In 2020, the modules were conslidated into TM Future Skills (TMFS) programme, with the aim of making it more comprehensive and beneficial to the intended participants. The programme was tailored to the syllabus outlined by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and covered the nine (9) pillars of the IR4.0. It has been receiving positive feedback from the teachers and students involved and more schools have requested to be part of the programme. Supporting MOE’s aspiration for digital education transformation, YTM continues to spread the positive impact of TMFS in a more structured approach. Towards this end, the foundation has embarked on TM Future Skills Champion School (TMFS School) initiative, as a continuation of the TM School Adoption Programme with enhanced contents. TMFS Schools foster future digital skills by embracing digital technology in its classroom activities where leadership, design thinking and cognitive abilities were emphasised to prepare the students for future employment. SMK Gunung Semanggol (SMKGS) in Perak, with more than 90% of its students from B40 families, was selected as the first TMFS School, aligned with YTM’s aspiration to assist B40 students in rural areas. To further facilitate the initiative, YTM is establishing TMFS Digital Hub at TMFS Schools where the schools will be equipped with a PocketLab, robotics set, 3D printer, smart TV, desktop, and digital learning content to gain more interest from its students as well as the neighbouring schools. "SMK Gunung Semanggol was identified based on its active involvement in various STEM initiatives, including previous TMFS programmes. The school also has passionate and dedicated teachers, where they adopt integrated and innovative approach for more in-depth understanding of the modules among the students. With such exposure and capabilities, we are confident that SMK Gunung Semanggol is able to play the role as a hub to spread the digital technology knowledge to more students and teachers including at the five (5) neighbouring schools, and approximately over 20 secondary schools in the Kerian district," said Izlyn Ramli, Director of YTM, during the launching ceremony of TMFS School in November 2022. Throughout this three-year programme, YTM, together with its strategic partner, Creative Minds, will work with Multimedia University (MMU), Yayasan Universiti Multimedia (YUM), TM Perak, and other YTM's partners to design and deliver engaging programmes providing the tools and support for students in rural schools to flourish. "We are also happy to see that SMK Gunung Semanggol promotes the development of other skills, such as urban farming and entrepreneurship, to empower the local communities sustainably. So as we continue to identify more potential schools in more states of Malaysia, we hope this programme will unearth more talented students towards building a competitive and sustainable community in the future," she added. Salmah Iman, the Principal of SMK Gunung Semanggol, expressed her enthusiasm, "We feel honoured and privileged to be chosen as the first TMFS School in the Northern Zone and Malaysia. We are excited and look forward to share the positive impact of this programme with the nearby schools. As we are committed to ensuring that this programme achieves its goals, we are also confident that YTM's support and assistance will help these students be prepared for future employment and enhance their standard of living." At the event, Bakri Arsad, Chief Assistant Director of Mathematics and Science, Learning Sector, Perak State Education Department, said, "We welcome such initiatives through collaboration with the private sector, especially for rural schools that need exposure to digital technology. These programmes will inspire students to explore their potential beyond academics and increase the number of students choosing STEM-related fields." During the launch, guests had the opportunity to visit the Pusat Sumber Sekolah Pendeta Za'aba and experience content and materials created by the students based on specific themes including unique handicrafts and martial arts performances. Guests toured the school's urban farm, where they sampled delicious cuisine prepared by students from the special education class using produce from the farm. SMK Gunung Semanggol provided a wonderful ambience of positive vibes that attract students' engagement and boosted their creativity. To date, STEM-related programmes by YTM, including TMFS, have benefited over 15,000 students and teachers from over 500 schools across the country. With the support and assistance of various interested partners, we hope this initiative will spark students' interest in pursuing their tertiary studies in technology and digital fields and equip the young generation with future-proof skills relevant to the future workforce.
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